Prayer for teens

Father, I lied to a teacher today about a missed assignment. Then I lied to myself about the lie. It was dishonest, and I worked hard to make it sound smooth. Forgive me for that. Tomorrow I am going to find Mrs. R and tell her the truth. Not a long explanation. Not a polished excuse dressed up as honesty. Just the real sentence. Let me say it plain and accept whatever comes from it. Today also had unearned mercy in it. A friend bought me lunch because I forgot mine. My mom did not push when I came home quiet. The dog forgave me for being short with him. I receive what was real today. Quiet the loop tonight. Amen.